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José Ribau Esteves

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Known as the "Venice of Portugal", Aveiro was elevated to the status of city in 1759 by King José I. But traces of human settlement in its area go back to pre-historic times as witnessed by great dolmens dotting most of the region.

For a long period, as early as Roman times, Aveiro was an important link in the production of salt and commercial shipping. It was conquered by the Moors and held until the 11th century, after which it became popular with Portuguese royalty.

In 1435 Aveiro was granted the privilege of holding an annual duty-free fair, later referred to as the Feira de Março (March Fair), which is an annual tradition and top tourist attraction to this day.

By the beginning of the 15th century, a great wall encircled the historical centre testifying to the importance of the city.

Between the 16th and 17th centuries, the river's instability at its estuary resulted in the closure of the canal, impeding the use of the port of Aveiro, and stagnating the waters of the lagoon. The ensuing social and economic crisis resulted in population decrease and emigration. Only with the construction of artificial canals, completed in 1808, could Aveiro expand economically again.

Now the water that circulates through the main canals of Aveiro is the mirror of the City. The Central Canal is the main axis and frontier of the municipality, dividing the city into two areas. On one side is Vera Cruz, and on the other – Gloria.

Portugal / Aveiro / Braga / Lisbon / Mobility / Social City

Portuguese cities are adopting “cycling trains to school” idea

The initiative has already taken root in Aveiro, Braga and Lisbon, and soon in Matosinhos

Feb 08, 2023 15:35

Tzvetozar Vincent Iolov

Aveiro / Mobility

Popular biking-to-school initiative expanded in Aveiro

The programme allows for children in the Portuguese city to join in on a “bicycle train” to their local school

Feb 16, 2020 14:16

Anton Stoyanov

Aveiro / Innovation and Research

Getting to know Aveiro Tech City

How a city in Portugal creates new jobs and urban technological solutions

Jan 15, 2020 09:46

TheMayor.EU

Aveiro / Development

Aveiro embarks on pedestrianization journey

The Lourenço Peixinho Avenue will be completely refurbished, increasing pedestrian space

Oct 11, 2019 09:05

Anton Stoyanov

Aveiro / Culture and Tourism

Today starts the March Fair in Aveiro

This month-long show marks the end of winter and celebrates the arrival of spring in the city

Mar 21, 2019 10:23

Olya Georgieva

Portugal / Aveiro / Braga / Faro / Leiria / Lisbon / Mealhada / Porto / Santarém / Viana do Castelo / Economy and Finance / Mobility

E-Bike subsidy scheme in Portugal

The state will support the purchase of up to 1000 electric bicycles

Feb 22, 2019 12:31

Olya Georgieva

Aveiro / Innovation and Research / Mobility

Aveiro welcomes “Smart cities tour 2019”

The tour will go through the whole country

Feb 01, 2019 14:58

Olya Georgieva

Aveiro / Braga / Faro / Leiria / Lisbon / Mealhada / Porto / Santarém / Viana do Castelo / Culture and Tourism

More than 17 million people visited the Portuguese museums this year

Culture attracts more and more people, and the increase in visitors last year proves it

Dec 13, 2018 10:24

Olya Georgieva

Aveiro / Culture and Tourism

Two Happy Hour sessions in the museums in Aveiro

On 8th and on 15th of November there will be free guided tours

Nov 08, 2018 09:49

Olya Georgieva

Aveiro / Development

The Municipality of Aveiro guaranteed funding for the creation of a Wi-Fi network in the city center

The project will be implemented in areas with a high flow of tourists

Aug 28, 2018 13:38

Olya Georgieva

Aveiro / Interviews

The Mayor of Aveiro, Mr. José Ribau Esteves : It is very important that citizens have an accurate picture of the importance of the European Union for their lives

I cannot help but support the creation of such a platform, being aware that the Union's work with its fellow citizens is publicized every day, in actions aiming proximity, awareness and clarification of the Europeans

Aug 06, 2018 14:32

Olya Georgieva

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